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Why Does My Inner Knee Hurt?

The inner knee is a complex structure that takes on a lot of stress in your everyday life. For that reason, the inner knee is prone to injury. In this guide, we take you through the seven most common causes of inner knee pain. We also introduce you to a number of exercises that can help you treat and prevent pain in your inner knee.

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Throughout your life, your knees take on a lot of stress. They allow you to walk, squat, and run. They also carry a significant amount of your weight. In fact, the knees are some of the biggest joints in the human body, connected via the femur and tibia bones. They are also fairly complex and prone to injury.

Various ligaments provide stability to the knees. A ligament is a connective tissue that attaches bone to bone. Besides the ligaments, many muscles attach to the bones at the knee joint. There are also small sacs of fluid, called bursa, that help prevent friction at the knees. All these structures can come under stress contributing to inner knee pain.

Yet, you want to get to the root of your problem. What exactly is causing your inner knee pain? In this article, we explore the top 7 causes of inner knee pain and what you can do about it. Let’s take a look.

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Knee Anatomy

When to see a doctor about your inner knee pain

You should consult with a medical professional if the pain persists for longer than 6-8 weeks. You should also see a doctor if you experience any of the following:+
Joint deformity.

  • Inability to put weight on the leg.
  • Intense and severe pain.
  • Sudden and rapid swelling.

Conclusion

Staying physically active is important for your health and your quality of life. However, certain types of activity or overuse and overtraining may result in inner knee pain. Take the proper time to rest and when the pain has subsided, try out some of the exercises above. Or better yet, use the InjuryMap app to help guide your recovery and ensure you don’t experience knee pain ever again!

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